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W.J. Rogers

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Andrew Roche

c. 1940

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Overview

This is a framed scroll which has the English Coat of Arms Unicorn and Lion Rampart in colour. It is framed in black wood, and encased in glass.

Details

Details

Registration number

cwa-org-202-HSA1987.313

Item type

Material

Black Ebony (Wood)

Width

23 cm

Height or length

35 cm

Depth

1 cm

Inscriptions and markings

The inscription on the scroll in black typed lettering reads 'This scroll commemorates' then in red typed lettering 'Flight Sergeant W. J. Rogers Royal Australian Air Force' and then in black typed lettering'held in honour as one who served King and Country in the world war of 1939-1945 and gave his life to save mankind from tyranny. May his sacrifice help to bring the peace and freedom for which he died'

On the back of the framed scroll is 'Framed by Andrew Roche 3 Aherns Arcade Hay St. Perth.'

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Copyright and Reference

Copyright and Reference

Copyright category

Date of creation +70 years

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Courtesy of Katanning Historical Society.

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